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Rory McIlroy Triumphs in History-Making Monday Playoff at The Players Championship

Rory McIlroy claims his second Players Championship title with a playoff victory over J.J. Spaun after severe weather delays created a historic finish.

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  1. McIlroy lays down Masters marker with Players Championship playoff triumph

    Whisper it, but this may be ­Mcllroy’s best chance to complete the career grand slam and march among true golfing greats.

    McIlroy lays down Masters marker with Players Championship playoff triumph

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  2. Rory McIlroy takes drama out of playoff to win The Players and build momentum to the Masters

    It’s the first time in his career he has won twice going into the Masters, the major that for more than a decade has kept him from joining golf’s most elite group with the career Grand Slam.

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  3. Rory McIlroy beats JJ Spaun in playoff to win second Players Championship

    McIlroy, who earns his 28th PGA Tour victory and becomes the first European to win multiple Players Championships, two-putted for birdie to take an early lead over Spaun, who could only make par out of the bunker.

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  4. Rory McIlroy leads at The Players Championship as inclement weather suspends play

    The final round of was delayed due to weather and lightning on Sunday afternoon, as Rory McIlroy held the sole lead by a narrow margin more than halfway through his round.

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Updated: Mar 17th, 2025, 1:25 PM ET

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The Players Championship concluded with Rory McIlroy winning his second title in a Monday playoff against J.J. Spaun after severe weather caused delays. McIlroy needed only three swings—one drive and two precise iron shots—to secure victory, marking his first multiple-win season prior to the Masters. Despite a rocky start to the final round, McIlroy's resilience shone through as he built an early lead and capitalized on Spaun's unfortunate play on the 17th hole. Spaun, securing a spot at the Masters as a consolation, was left to grapple with his missed opportunity as McIlroy's confidence ahead of Augusta solidifies.

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